Hands-on Class for Building a Hügelkultur Mound

CORE Garden Saturday, May 31, 2025, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Meet at the lower entrance gate at the Carroll County Ag Center 700 Smith Avenue, Westminster, MD 21157

Hügelkultur is a sustainable gardening method that involves creating raised mounds by layering logs, branches, compost, and soil. This technique offers several key benefits: it improves soil fertility as the organic matter decomposes, retains moisture exceptionally well—reducing the need for frequent watering—and enhances drainage, making it ideal for various climates. Additionally, hügelkultur mounds extend the growing season due to the heat generated by decomposition and create a microclimate that supports diverse plant growth. Over time, the mound becomes self-sustaining, making it a low-maintenance and eco-friendly solution for gardeners seeking productivity and resilience.

Class size limited to 10. Cost: $10 per person

Participants must bring their own work gloves and drinking water, tools and light refreshments.

This is a hands-on class with lots of physical work involved. Come prepared to dig, lift, & push a wheelbarrow!

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